Martha E. Arterberry is Clara C. Piper Professor of Psychology at Colby College, Maine. She conducts research in infant perception and cognition and 3- to 5-year-old children’s event memory. She is the editor in chief of Infant Behavior and Development.Marc H. Bornstein holds professional appointments with the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (Bethesda), Institute for Fiscal Studies (London), and UNICEF (NYC). He edits Parenting: Science and Practice and Handbook of Parenting. Bornstein has published in experimental, developmental, and cultural science as well as neuroscience, pediatrics, and aesthetics.

"This book's thoroughness and insightful exploration of child development is groundbreaking and exciting. The clear, engaging writing and comprehensive coverage make it an indispensable resource for students and professionals alike."Valeska Y. Rivera, Student, California State University, Sacrament, USA"As a detailed exploration of early childhood development, 'A Chronological Approach to Early Childhood Development' offers invaluable insights into the intricate processes that shape human growth from conception through childhood. Its rigorous integration of current research with practical examples makes it an essential resource for students and practitioners alike in developmental psychology and related fields." Tatiana M. Twiss, CHAD Senior Student, California State University, USA"This is the book I wish I’d had as a student! Now, as an academic, it is a valuable, concise guide with small nuggets of contemporary insights. Covering all the major conceptual ideas of early child development, this resource provides a neat and engaging outline of the rapid psychological changes humans undergo from the prenatal stage to three years of age. Importantly, the authors have skilfully cut through the research and distilled key highlights in an engaging narrative. This indispensable resource captures the dynamic and sequential nature of early child development, making it a pleasure to recommend to my students and to anyone passionate about understanding the journey of child development."Ming Wai Wan, PhD, CPsychol, SFHEA, Division of Psychology and Mental Health, University of Manchester, UK“This book is a significant contribution to the field of early childhood development. The authors provide a comprehensive overview of developmental processes across key domains, combining robust empirical evidence with compelling theoretical insights. It is an essential resource for students and researchers in developmental psychology and cognitive science, as well as for practitioners working with infants and their caregivers. I found the chapters on communication and relationships particularly illuminating and plan to incorporate them into my own teaching. I highly recommend this book and anticipate that it will become a foundational text in the field.”Ao Chen, Associate Professor, Beijing Language and Culture University, China

• 1. Introduction 2. Development before Birth Section I: The Newborn 3. Newborns: Growth and Action 4. Newborns: Perception and Thought 5. Newborns: Emotions and Temperament 6. Newborns: Communication and Relationships 7. Newborns in Context Section II: The Infant 8. Infants: Growth and Action 9. Infants: Perception and Thought 10. Infants: Emotions and Temperament 11. Infants: Communication and Relationships 12. Infants in Context Section III: The Child 13. Children: Growth and Action 14. Children: Perception and Cognition 15. Children: Emotions and Temperament 16. Children: Communication and Relationships 17. Children in Context

Martha E. Arterberry is Clara C. Piper Professor of Psychology at Colby College, Maine. She conducts research in infant perception and cognition and 3- to 5-year-old children’s event memory. She is the editor in chief of Infant Behavior and Development.Marc H. Bornstein holds professional appointments with the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (Bethesda), Institute for Fiscal Studies (London), and UNICEF (NYC). He edits Parenting: Science and Practice and Handbook of Parenting. Bornstein has published in experimental, developmental, and cultural science as well as neuroscience, pediatrics, and aesthetics.

"This book's thoroughness and insightful exploration of child development is groundbreaking and exciting. The clear, engaging writing and comprehensive coverage make it an indispensable resource for students and professionals alike."Valeska Y. Rivera, Student, California State University, Sacrament, USA"As a detailed exploration of early childhood development, 'A Chronological Approach to Early Childhood Development' offers invaluable insights into the intricate processes that shape human growth from conception through childhood. Its rigorous integration of current research with practical examples makes it an essential resource for students and practitioners alike in developmental psychology and related fields." Tatiana M. Twiss, CHAD Senior Student, California State University, USA"This is the book I wish I’d had as a student! Now, as an academic, it is a valuable, concise guide with small nuggets of contemporary insights. Covering all the major conceptual ideas of early child development, this resource provides a neat and engaging outline of the rapid psychological changes humans undergo from the prenatal stage to three years of age. Importantly, the authors have skilfully cut through the research and distilled key highlights in an engaging narrative. This indispensable resource captures the dynamic and sequential nature of early child development, making it a pleasure to recommend to my students and to anyone passionate about understanding the journey of child development."Ming Wai Wan, PhD, CPsychol, SFHEA, Division of Psychology and Mental Health, University of Manchester, UK“This book is a significant contribution to the field of early childhood development. The authors provide a comprehensive overview of developmental processes across key domains, combining robust empirical evidence with compelling theoretical insights. It is an essential resource for students and researchers in developmental psychology and cognitive science, as well as for practitioners working with infants and their caregivers. I found the chapters on communication and relationships particularly illuminating and plan to incorporate them into my own teaching. I highly recommend this book and anticipate that it will become a foundational text in the field.”Ao Chen, Associate Professor, Beijing Language and Culture University, China

• 1. Introduction 2. Development before Birth Section I: The Newborn 3. Newborns: Growth and Action 4. Newborns: Perception and Thought 5. Newborns: Emotions and Temperament 6. Newborns: Communication and Relationships 7. Newborns in Context Section II: The Infant 8. Infants: Growth and Action 9. Infants: Perception and Thought 10. Infants: Emotions and Temperament 11. Infants: Communication and Relationships 12. Infants in Context Section III: The Child 13. Children: Growth and Action 14. Children: Perception and Cognition 15. Children: Emotions and Temperament 16. Children: Communication and Relationships 17. Children in Context